Dog vaccination schedule: when every puppy shot is due.
Put in your puppy's date of birth and get the exact dates for the 8-week, 12-week, 16-week and first-year booster vaccines.
Age-based vaccine calculator
- 8 wks
8 weeks
DHPP (distemper, hepatitis/adenovirus, parvovirus, parainfluenza) — dose 1 · Bordetella if boarding or daycare is planned
- 12 wks
12 weeks
DHPP — dose 2 · Leptospirosis dose 1 (lifestyle, common in the US) · Rabies may be given from 12 weeks (local law sets the age)
- 16 wks
16 weeks
DHPP — final puppy dose (must be at or after 16 weeks) · Rabies, if not already given · Leptospirosis dose 2
- 52 wks
1 year booster
DHPP booster · Rabies booster (then every 1 or 3 years by product and local law) · Leptospirosis annual booster
General guide based on AAHA canine core vaccine guidance. Rabies timing is set by local law. Your vet's plan always comes first.
Frequently asked questions
What vaccines does a puppy need at 8 weeks?
Most vets give the first DHPP combination vaccine (distemper, adenovirus/hepatitis, parvovirus and parainfluenza) at around 6–8 weeks, then repeat it every 3–4 weeks.
Why does the last puppy shot have to be at 16 weeks or later?
Antibodies from the mother can block the vaccine in young puppies. A final dose at or after 16 weeks makes sure the puppy builds its own protection.
When can my puppy get the rabies vaccine?
Usually from 12 to 16 weeks old. The exact minimum age and how often boosters are needed are set by your state, province or country.
How often do adult dogs need boosters?
After the 1-year booster, core vaccines are typically repeated every 1 to 3 years depending on the product and local law. Your vet decides based on your dog's lifestyle.
Is this schedule a substitute for my vet's advice?
No. It is a general guide based on published core vaccine guidelines. Always follow the plan your veterinarian gives you.
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